I realized this after wasting my college years. College is the time when you can afford to face rejections. You should talk to as many girls as you want. Many college girls care about looks and style—cool hair, trendy clothes, some swag, or even a sports bike can actually work.
But after college, things change fast. Most girls have had boyfriends by then and are now looking for someone mature, with a stable job and good salary—not just good looks. If you don’t have a decent job or direction in life, dating becomes harder. You’ll also notice many girls carry emotional baggage from past relationships and can get offended easily. Worst part? Your office crush might also be your manager’s crush—or already dating the office playboy.